Crock Pot Creamed Corn

An Easy and Delicious Side for Potlucks and Holidays

I can’t emphasize enough how simple this dish is. You literally just throw it all in the slow cooker and that’s it! It is the first side-dish to get polished at the table, and everyone is always wanting seconds. It’s a breeze to multiply the recipe to make large batches for holiday potlucks. And because it cooks in the crock pot, it saves oven space for other delicious food!

I have made this both using fresh corn and frozen corn, and either option turns out great. Fresh corn is going to be slightly sweeter, crunchier, and fresh. However, if you are in a hurry or don’t have access to fresh corn, frozen still tastes great.

Ingredients for Creamed Corn

This easy creamed corn recipe is the best because the slow cooker does all the work! You can make a quick version on the stovetop if you are looking to cut down on time, but the advantage of making this crockpot cream corn is that the corn has time to absorb all the cream. Trust me, it’s worth it!

• Corn – Fresh or frozen will work great for this corn recipe.
• Butter – Using a knife, cut butter into slices about a Tablespoon thick and place over top the corn in the crockpot.
• Milk – You can use any type of milk you have on hand – skim milk, 1%, 2%, or whole milk.
• Cream cheese – I used 6 ounces, but 8 ounces will definitely work, making it more creamy!
• Sugar – Adds a little sweetness to the dish.
• Salt and black pepper – Sprinkle as much or as little as you like.

Health Benefits of Corn

Because of fad diets and misinformation over the past decade or so, corn has received a bit of a bad rap. There are many health benefits to eating corn. Here are just a few:

1. Corn is rich in vitamins A, B, and E. Vitamin A, also known as retinol, increases immunity and helps the body to fight infection. It helps with eyesight and dry skin. The B vitamins in corn help maintain nerve health and cognitive function. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease, and improves the immune system as a whole.
2. Corn is a source of fiber. Fiber aids in digestion and promotes colon health.
3. Corn is abundant in minerals such as magnesium, zinc, iron, and manganese. These minerals are essential for bone health, regulating growth, heart health, and maintaining healthy kidney functions.
4. Corn contains phenolic phytochemicals. Phytochemicals can help regulate insulin in the body which helps control diabetes and hypertension.
5. Click here for a more comprehensive overview of the health benefits of corn.

Tips, Substitutions, and Variations for Crock Pot Creamed Corn

• Make it thicker by using an immersion blender to mix the cream cheese, or by using heavy cream instead of milk.
• Add a little spice with cayenne pepper or cumin.
• Parmesan cheese or sharp cheddar cheese can be grated over top and melted for added flavor and cheesiness.
• Create a main dish using creamed corn in a casserole. Simply add corn muffin mix, butter, and flour.
• Add bacon, green onion, parsley, and/or chives as garnishes.
• Use full-fat cream cheese for best results.

Storing and Reheating Creamed Corn

Once the corn has cooled down to room temperature, place the leftovers in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.

When ready to reheat, place in a large skillet, a microwaveable bowl, or a slow cooker to slowly reheat until warmed through.